Project Manager

Novax Recruitment Group; Murfreesboro (TN); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Novax Recruitment Group is partnering with a well-established structural steel erection contractor to recruit a Project Manager to lead large-scale steel projects in the region.

The role requires 10+ years in structural steel erection management, strong scheduling and budgeting skills, and the ability to coordinate diverse teams across commercial and industrial projects. Expect autonomy, a clear career path, and impactful leadership opportunities.

Qualifications

• 10+ years' experience in structural steel erection management.
• Strong scheduling and budgeting knowledge for complex projects.
• Experience managing commercial/industrial steel projects.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; Smartsheet helpful.
• Contract management and project delivery expertise.

Responsibilities

• Manage structural steel erection projects from start to finish.
• Plan labour, equipment, materials, and project resources.
• Develop and maintain project schedules.
• Manage budgets, forecasts, and cost controls.
• Coordinate clients, fabricators, field teams, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Handle RFIs, RFQs, change orders, and project documentation.
• Lead project meetings and provide progress updates.
• Ensure quality, safety, and successful project delivery.

Skills

Scheduling

Budgeting

Contracts

Project delivery

MS Office

Smartsheet

Tools

Smartsheet

Microsoft Office

Job description

Project Manager – Structural Steel Erection

Compensation - $95,000–$130,000 (depending on experience)

About the Opportunity

We're partnering with a well-established structural steel erection contractor with a strong reputation for delivering commercial and industrial projects across the region.

The business has built a solid pipeline of work, long-standing client relationships, and is continuing to invest in its people and future growth. With a collaborative leadership team and a hands-on approach to project delivery, it's an exciting time to join.

What You'll Be Doing

• Manage structural steel erection projects from start to finish
• Plan labour, equipment, materials, and project resources
• Develop and maintain project schedules
• Manage budgets, forecasts, and cost controls
• Coordinate clients, fabricators, field teams, subcontractors, and suppliers
• Handle RFIs, RFQs, change orders, and project documentation
• Lead project meetings and provide regular progress updates
• Ensure quality, safety, and successful project delivery

What We're Looking For

• MUST HAVE...
• 10+ years' experience in structural steel erection management
• Strong understanding of scheduling, budgeting, contracts, and project delivery
• Experience managing commercial and/or industrial steel projects
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and project management software (Smartsheet experience is beneficial)

What’s On Offer

• Take over a role with autonomy and visibility across multiple high-profile projects.
• Lead projects in a values-driven company with a strong regional reputation.
• Opportunity to bring process improvements and influence strategic decisions.
• Step into a role backed by strong client relationships and consistent project pipeline.
• Established business with a strong backlog of projects
• Opportunity to make a real impact across multiple projects
• Clear progression into senior leadership opportunities
• Collaborative, values-driven culture with plenty of autonomy
• Exposure to complex commercial and industrial steel projects